Kyoto Ramen Town Eating Adventure | Ichijoji ★ ONLY in JAPAN

[@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN]

Episode Table of Contents: 1:06 Intro Kyoto Map ▶︎ 1:45 Takayasu Ramen + Karaage Chicken Set ▶︎ 3:38 Gokkei Thick Chicken Ramen ▶︎ 7:07 Ikedaya Massive Ramen Bowl ▶︎ 10:28 Kyoto Student Interview about Ichijoji ▶︎ 11:52 Member's Only Ramen Shop (Bonus Scene) | See behind the Scenes Photos instagram.com/onlyinjapantv and news / notifications on Twitter twitter.com/onlyinjapantv -john

[@happypenny4433]

Thank you John!!!

[@sarbuck355]

I like your all videos never say like or don’t like Japan. Very professional. Thank you for hard work.

[@imanharis197]

matsutake mushroom please !

[@heartbreakmanNo1]

Holy Jesus........did you guys lit 420 in that bar or what ? :T

[@BetweenTwoForks]

Thank you for the breakdown!! I sent this to my brother because he is visiting Japan later this year! Love your channel!

[@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN]

Which was your favorite ramen? DO you have a favorite ramen shop in Japan? Want to share a ramen travel story with us? YUM! Leave me a comment below and I'll pin the best one tomorrow! -John #ramen #kyoto

[@Kitora_Su]

It is a big challenge to try eating a bowl of 'Toyama Black Ramen' in Toyama City. Will you be able to do it? If you do then, remember not to dehydrate yourself (っ˘ڡ˘ς)

[@vinaymatani3648]

Hi sir good work me to want to visit at this place and want to become a golden member

[@gopheritnow]

Second place looked very unique. I prefer heavy broth ramen in winter and light based other times of the year. Most meat is pork in ramen available in sydney. Though number of shops is growing. loved that there is beef and duck.

[@JohnDoe-hv5zr]

It was cool if you says if the restaurant have english menu for us foreigner

[@cherylmedeiros6287]

So did you get membership?

[@ZeusBotko]

"The owner didnt want to be recognized so he put mask" xD mask was so small it doesnt make any difference

[@nevillelongbottom106]

Zeus Botko he reminds me of the male character is sailormoon

[@kompuglobalhypermega]

@@nevillelongbottom106 Tuxedo Mask.

[@bramantios5797]

Maybe better if his voice made "blur" and take shoots on he facing opposite direction. But when he did that he looks like a drug syndicate whistle blower

[@eurasiaennezahard8006]

15:16 *the owner looks like out of some SM play lmao* 😂😂😂

[@ayjntghost]

The cannabis leaf definately had something to do with it since it's super banned in japan.. maybe they smoke, chill, and eat ramen. Sounds amazing to me.

[@AashishPandia]

Mouthwatering. No1 channel for Japanese food and travel. Any one agree?????

[@jasonfanclub4267]

Yeah!

[@ondreatorrence4322]

Yes !! Love this channel

[@bsfatboy]

At first, I thought you put Kevin Riley in as an Easter egg, but then you actually acknowledged him.

[@snifey2233]

Do you ever get that encounter where somebody you know is unfortunately in same place

[@tedzhang1901]

i felt like that was more than just a coincidence LOL

[@bcrispchannel]

...aaaaand the first shop had Tom and Jerry playing in the background! That's a must try shop now. :)

[@SShiJie]

and I thought I was the inly one who saw

[@tpko66]

cheeseposting all the way to japan

[@skeleon246]

I ate at a pizza shop in Osaka, they also had Tom and Jerry playing.

[@Dude707LoL]

is Tom & Jerry still popular in Japan? I was there 2 weeks ago and the shows and ads seemed to pop up regularly.

[@gekesulen]

Why do I have the feeling that 'members only' ramenshop has something to do with the yakuza :P

[@papafrank7094]

John, I have to applaud you and your channel. Everytime food is the topic, I get quite hungry. For me personally, I usually have to set alarms to remind me to eat as I have no appetite. Thank you sir, and let's look forward to many more years of your channel.

[@tachibanakanade1479]

Is it only me or anyone else that without even starting the video we hit that like button

[@tachibanakanade1479]

Arigato for those likes

[@LuciaFiero]

I got an email notification from John and saw "Kyoto" and "ramen" and I was like HELLS YEAH!

[@cheif10thumbs]

Every. Single. Time!

[@hafidhnurramli]

me too

[@LivingMyLife1991]

Same here. I just hit like automatically for his videos.

[@patzchan1900]

To feel the culture of another country without ever having to be there is really......a nice privilege. Tysm for dedicating your time to this channel sir.

[@Yubayasun]

there are difference ramen culture from north kyoto(Ichijoji) to south kyoto(minamiku). Traditional ramen of north kyoto(天一、ゑびす、魁力屋、極鶏、ますたに) is made the soup by chicken borne and vegetable,it means north kyoto were biggest farm. Traditional south kyoto ramen(第一旭、藤、大栄、萬福、横綱、銀閣) is made soup by pork,it means south kyoto were biggest pig ranch.

[@Lvlaple4Ever]

How does the last owner keep his shop alive with that method though? xD

[@Infamous286]

Weed

[@TKR001]

Probably a guy who doesn't have to worry about money and just made his hobby and fantasy a real thing.

[@crewchannel4591]

Ask Kazuma Kiryu

[@masterbitter7688]

I think that ramen shop is just a front bussiness

[@TheEmerald]

Yakuza money.

[@jason_from_canada]

So many bowls of ramen! 🍲🍲🍲🍲🍲 The customer wins with all the competition to innovate! I can't believe you and Shingo polished off those huge bowls! That knowing grin of Riley and I knew something was up! Membership has its privileges. Thanks John, Shingo and Kevin! 🙏👍

[@Tastychronicles]

How very nice to see you, Shingo, and Kevin in the same video. I absolutely love Ramen! I am easily convinced to visit these Ramen Shops when I travel to Kyoto. The third shop is insane. That's way too much Ramen to eat, but it does look sooooo good!

[@wctoronto]

Funny how you ‘ran into’ Kevin. Did he miss you while you were setting up the camera? LOL! Love when Shingo joins you. His infectious laugh makes me smile. The members & rsvp only ramen shop was unexpected and strange. How does the owner stay in business by declining customers? The music you selected totally matched the psychedelic vibe of that place! Great job on covering these recommended and unique places, JD! 🍜

[@cybeam1]

I'm sooooo craving ラーメン now!!! All looked super yummy, but especially the last one looked outstanding!!!! Thanks a lot for sharing, John!!!!

[@deedr1234]

cybeam1 ok

[@nathanielwong1716]

I agree with you, this was awesome

[@cybeam1]

@@nathanielwong1716 Totally!! Looks like a membership is needed?! 🤔😂 #SecretRamenClub

[@dragoscilvio]

I miss Japan, was in Fukuoka for a time and I really enjoyed my time there. I lived in South Korea for 4 months and I admit I went crazy going to different cafes. These videos bring back such wonderful memories, I really need to go back.

[@jessedeleon4123]

I always wait till the weekend to watch Only In Japan, that way I can truly enjoy this wonderful series thank you John!

[@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN]

Thank you Jesse! ٩(^‿^)۶

[@dodgeman6277]

Great video John great seeing Kevin in the video getting hungry

[@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN]

The King of Osaka is back! I def wanted him to join us for this one too.

[@AK46PlusOne]

Best bonus scene on KZbin. Thanks!

[@dstackradio]

John, I love your channel! We will be moving to Japan within 9 months, and your KZbin shows have me excited to dive into the wonderful world of Japanese cuisine. At first, I was really nervous, but your videos have turned that nervousness into eagerness. Now I just have to figure out how to get our two dogs over there with us. Thank you for being you. Cheers! 😊

[@dietcoke759]

How did it go?

[@timlawson4314]

I love the choices you have all over Japan for ramen. Everywhere you go each region has it's own flavors and toppings. Kinda like BBQ in the US.

[@Purplebandit79]

one minute in and my stomach is growling!

[@WaoryuONLYinJAPAN]

I was hungry the whole time I was editing this :P haha!

[@SheppardP90]

OMG me too 🤤

[@lucascoval828]

All that ramen.....🤤🤤🤤

[@CaptPancake001]

1. The fact that there is a place in this world given the nickname "ramen town" is enough of a reason for me to want to move there. 2. the 2nd restaurant's thick soup sounds really interesting. The way the soup coats the noodles reminds me of pasta coated in thick sauce.

[@brancusitodd]

Great content as usual John, I am looking forward to seeing Kyoto for the first time next winter 2020. This train ride might be a good day adventure, thanks from Portland Oregon!

[@dernayro]

I LOVE your professional style! With interviews and background-informations, keep it up ;-)

[@kikimiyazaki9700]

Well done for the epic ramen extravaganza👍 I couldn’t stop laughing just watching you guys slurping noddles in massive bowl 😆 the interiors of each ramen shop are so unique, specially the owner of the last ramen shop does stand out more than anything else!😅 This is gonna be a massive hit John👍👏

[@augustusgloop1064]

I love all of them, i miss Japan, i miss Ramen. Thank you John i love your channel and always look forward to your funny and awesome uploads :-) Arigato

[@ahmadfaisal6778]

Just when i thought this is just another typical ramen video then comes along the member only ramen shop. Japan never stop to amaze us.

[@irregularmana6216]

I'm in Kyoto now!! I'm doing this tomorrow!! So effing excited!

[@ramsessilent]

SHINGO! We Missed you! I all looked great the members only club would be a fun adventure but guessing you would need to speak a fairly good japanese. thanks for the share! stay awesome.

[@SilkyC]

So...much RAMEN!! There is so much versatility with Ramen!! Japan clearly doesn't not disappoint

[@dyslexian9686]

I love the way how he explains everything so perfectly

[@donprosser7039]

すげぇぇ！ One of your BEST ever! Shall definitely look for one of these soon on a trip down to 京都! 🍜

[@Tastychronicles]

That's it! I am going to Ramen Tenho to dine there and to become a Member. Quirky and weird Japan. I love it. Thanks for another great food video John.

[@DanielAtHome1]

issa coffee shop bro

[@BigdisplacementI6]

Canadian here. Always loved your vids. Hope to come to Japan just to visit you and see how life is. You seem like a nice guy :)

[@thedoneeye]

John, your expression while sipping your cocktail at the end looked a little...stoned. Must've been quite a drink!! 🤪🍶🍷🥃🍹🍾

[@pvopop4938]

Hes always looking like pootoo bird, google it.

[@ArjunChatterjeeIN]

That's the smoke behind that!

[@badger2k2k]

This is one of the best ramen videos I've ever seen!

[@SheppardP90]

Great work :) look so delicious especially the first ramen with Karage OMG!!!! Tom and Jerry behind on tv. ;)

[@SheppardP90]

Vicky Rannaware yep no detail escapes me.😄 but I did not know for the night before Christmas 😉

[@TuckerSP2011]

A very fun ramen tour especially the Members only club!!!!

[@sear2558]

Loved this episode!! I could go for some ramen from all 3 spots right now, but seriously doubt i could finish it all lol. John, you are a great video producer - i love how this show is formatted and executed. Very calming to watch, but not boring in the slightest, and super informative. Keep up the great work!

[@dr.a6702]

You are the best youtuber ever☘🌷🌷

[@vibisworld618]

OMG THIS IS THE MOST HUGE RAMEN EPISODE I LIKE

[@rahman1314]

Finally a long content related to japanese food!! the last restaurant though, such a fresh concept!

[@jackbishop7693]

Ahaha the chemistry you and Kevin have is awesome! I always enjoy your videos together

[@smoaktree]

The Ramen from Menya Gokkei looks the BEST. Sooooo good

[@justtravel2960]

Finally, I will go in July to Japan, a dream come true, I will be in Kyoto and will be awesome to visit similar places like this to eat good ramen.

[@praisey_]

I knew it was Kevin even before you introduced him haha good to see both of you guys again!

[@cheronroggen9638]

So awesome! Love the members club. Hehe. All the ramen bowls looked so tasty. Nice seeing a different side to Kyoto! Cool video

[@davidcarlin3850]

John hope you are well. Love your Ramen episodes !!!!!

[@n0isyturtle]

I was eating a big bowl of ramen while watching this, and finished almost exactly when the episode did. Very satisfying.

[@UFOBobTV]

Karaage and ramen together; what a great idea. I wish my local ramen shops offered that. One more thing: I can't image eating that 4.5x normal size bowel of ramen. My stomach can barely take a normal bowl. BTW I like the music cue in the first segment; it's a nice counterpoint to the locale and culture.

[@peko7446]

I prefer ramen with gyoza

[@yabo2424]

That last joint looked awesome ! So unique and the ramen looked amazing !!

[@ZoltanHoppar]

That was amazing vid, and good to see new guests :) and Kevin

[@andrewgamez7973]

I'll be there in a week. I'm so excited. John your videos are great and I missed the ramen shops there and the unlimited places to explore. So ready to get away from work and relax and just enjoy the country as a whole. It'll be a short stay but worth it all.

[@felixneil9893]

I’m from Scotland and this is what got me into Japan

[@epi1337]

Wow, the last two were amazing :) Looks like a must have place to visit on my next trip to Kyoto ;)

[@kamanama3671]

I really truly enjoyed this one you did a great job and I like your friend and the guy that owns the private shop is an absolute hoot

[@727killuminati]

Congratulations on the editing and everything! This is like a real TV show

[@abdelelfazari6679]

8:07 Is it just me who is dying over the fact he said "Rock Scissors Paper" !!!!!!

[@axesoccer7887]

Abdel Elfazari I was thinking the same thing. I was mentally screaming “Rock, PAPER, Scissors!”

[@Kage417]

I thought it was strange at first too until I remembered that in Japanese they say Rock Scissors Paper (guu choki paa). It's interesting to think that John is actually thinking in Japanese when he said that and translated it back into English.

[@kikimiyazaki9700]

The best ramen is Yuzu citrus ramen❣️I’d love to try it but the ramen shop is so spooky, looks like a haunted house.. what’s going on in the second floor...!? Specially the owner with a white mask! He really reminds me of Jason from “Friday the 13th”. He really is full of character😁 This is one of the funniest videos. I love Kyoto💖

[@KohadaChannel]

I think it is a great channel to introduce Japan.

[@TheNails3]

Love when John says 'Mata ne' at the end :D

[@Kitora_Su]

Missed you, John!! This time, I'm eating something while enjoying the video~

[@gewglesux]

Thanks you two!!! This was a delicious episode!! Good thing he had that Mask on.

[@sethabutraviraseranee7664]

I love ramen and I love Tom and Jerry. Happy to see both of them in the same time and at the same shop at 3.20 minutes

[@Arietty182]

the surprise appearance from Kevin was great

[@bohlonzo]

Another great video, おつかれさま！your friend from Italy 😘

[@kona_moon6055]

They all look rich and heavy. Lately, I’m more into light and clear soup base (アッサリ系). For that I go to Kyo-Azuki 京阿月 at Kyoto Station and order Pork Ginger Ramen.

[@gewglesux]

Agreed.... getting older here the weight comes and stays easier now.

[@missmac564]

Had the best ramen of my life in Kyoto a couple years ago! I’ll definitely have to go here when I go back this year. Thanks for sharing the quieter places in Kyoto too, I love the city so much, but hate the crowds😭

[@eurasiaennezahard8006]

15:16 *the owner looks like out of some SM play lmao* 😂😂😂

[@lucascoval828]

Very interesting to see the diversity of the ramen dishes those places do.

[@icyliciousblue]

You just gave me more reason to visit Kyoto again!!!!

[@cathleneantequisa3065]

Some people come to japan to relax.some people come to japan because of food and anime😍

[@Bad_Karma1968]

You sir are really good at being a vloger / guide

[@ramenjon7202]

Hi John, Love your vlogs. my Japanese wife and I really like your selection of places an food in Japan. We are going to Japan and Kyoto as well in October and plan to take in those Ramen Shops as we are on a budget and for my wife to take in the places she visited when she was a young lady with her high school class mates. When we return I hope to share our experiences with you and your beautiful wife. Untill then we will be watching and putting other places on out visit list that you have gone to.Best regards, Ramen John.

[@thepaintslayer4821]

Bonus Ramen!!!! As Bill and Ted would say EXCELLENT!!!

[@ravager48]

That last place was dope! Drinks in a lightbulb-shaped glass with blinking lights?! That place is legit!

[@10gordyflynn01]

The beard is looking mighty spartan there Kevin. I have serious facial hair envy 😆.... this was a fun video. I really enjoyed the humour. Made me laugh.

[@donmohonastick]

OMG. I'm in Kyoto right now. Will definitely go to Ichijoji to try some Ramen. 😍

[@CheeseOnEverything]

Check out my vlogs for more things to do while ur there!

[@richsellskc]

nice job on this vid....we will visit Japan for few weeks because of you!

[@mertvurgun6977]

galactic flavor! thanks man what an experience

[@stankgaming2280]

Aw. I went Nara that day. Well, we feed the deer, and saw that awesome show, and ate the mochi after. Loved it. Thanks for that video!!!

[@notmuch_23]

Oh, come ON! How could anybody click thumbs down? This is quality content! Did they hate this video making them hungry?

[@maddog8886]

Been to both Takayasu and Menya Gokkei. Will try Ramen Ikedaya next 😊

[@dumbbear9874]

Watching it at 11:30 pm... my hunger kills me now

[@dhavalbhatia6261]

Appreciate your Work Guys

[@alegaultcesta]

I'm heading to Kyoto today. Thanks for the recommendations! 😁

[@MaBelleone1]

I loved the bonus material...Looked like fun!

[@Multi9197]

Best channel !

[@brandonsteinbach4208]

Great video I love living vicariously through you lol.

[@IshMaZ89]

I love your videos. Thank you for sharing...

[@KL-np5un]

Because of this channel I'm saving up money to travel to japan.

[@oleksandrzubchenko210]

Wow, 2 guest stars at this episode! That's fabulous. :)

[@GeckoOnTheWall]

Lots of yummy ramen 🍜 nice to see Kevin and Shingi again too 😉

[@12creampuff]

This lucky dude... Damn! Everything just looks so delish!! 🤤🤤🤤

[@ChritsianBucic]

Ramenlicious this rally in Ichijoji with your Shingo and Kevin, to me the One is the Menya Gokkei, those three flavors looks so good!

[@WastedSunRise]

Very good video as usual. I liked that first shop. I'd probably get the spicy one.

[@yahyamurad7547]

Awesome vids keep up the hard work

[@bigredlizerd]

Members-only ramen club, just my kind of place~!